NFB - Directing with the NFB

For 70 years, the National Film Board of Canada has been breaking ground in socially-engaged
documentary, auteur animation, alternative drama and more!

Working with the NFB

Interested in directing or co-producing a documentary, animation, new media or alternative drama project with NFB's English Program? The following guide gives an overview of the kinds of projects we produce and how to propose an idea to us.

Our Criteria

We look at a number of things when deciding whether or not to produce or co-produce a project.

1. talent and creative vision of the director 2. originality of concept and approach3. authenticity and diversity of voice4. cinematic and narrative potential of the project5. clearly articulated sense of the intended audience6. social relevance 7. viability of project (in terms of access, timeframe and budget)8. production approach adheres to NFB ethical standards

If you have any questions, a producer in your local production studio will be happy to flesh this out in more detail.